LUCID DREAMING
With opulent imagery, this film documents the latest research into the dream state abilities of our brain and the advances being made by science into the last refuges of the (supposed) unconscious.
SCIENCE
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THE EXPLORERS CLUB
We follow five modern adventurers through exotic landscapes, harsh deserts and hostile ice flieds – an adventure far removed from traditional nature documentaries.
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CHRONOBIOLOGY
For thousands of years, people were able to live in sync with their “inner clock”. In our modern world, however, this is scarcely possible.
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SCIENCES OF THE 21ST CENTURY – ENERGY STORAGE – POWER ON DEMAND?
The consumption of electrical energy fluctuates constantly and renewable energy appears to have one major shortcoming: it is very difficult to regulate power generation from wind and water. What technological achievements have been made in the field of energy storage for the future?
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SCIENCES OF THE 21ST CENTURY – BIOMASS – THE KEY TO THE MOVE TO ALTERNATIVE ENERGY?
In biogas power plants, bacteria break down biomass from agricultural waste to create biogas. As the waste used is not available in sufficient quantities, another renewable raw material is required. Grassland oil, sourced from grass, looks to be the perfect solution.
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SCIENCES OF THE 21ST CENTURY – HYDROELECTRIC POWER STATIONS
For more than 5000 years, humankind has harnessed the power of water. Today, too, hydraulic power is the most important renewable energy source in the world. And yet the potential for large hydroelectric power plants and hydro dams appears exhausted. However, a somewhat different concept is starting to emerge: small-scale hydroelectric plants.
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SCIENCES OF THE 21ST CENTURY – ELECTRIC MOBILITY
Who will mass-produce the first electric car that is practical for everyday use? Because whosoever is the first to enter this market of the future will rule it for years to come.
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THE BERLIN PATIENT
A sensation in the scientific community: The first person to ever be cured of AIDS. Get an insight into three promising research approaches across the globe.
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SCIENCES OF THE 21ST CENTURY – 3D – THE “WOW” EFFECT
An easy-to-watch science documentary, featuring a great deal of insider information on 3D technology.
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SCIENCES OF THE 21ST CENTURY – ECO-PLANES
A challenge facing Science in the 21st century: to make airplanes more environmentally friendly. Some promising technologies already exist.
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SCIENCES OF THE 21ST CENTURY – WHERE ARE THE ROBOTS?
The status quo of robotics in the automobile industry, in space and in the home.
